We enhance Microsoft Business Central with all the features mechanical engineering companies need for perfect operations.
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Engineering change control
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Native integration with your CAD systems. Import BOMs, sync metadata, and manage drawings directly in Business Central.
Import bill of materials directly from Inventor and Fusion 360 assemblies into Business Central. Automatically create or update items, BOMs, and routing information.
View CAD files directly within Business Central without opening external applications. Quick access to drawings from items, BOMs, production orders, and sales quotes.
Track CAD file versions and revisions with complete history. Link specific drawing revisions to item versions, BOMs, and production runs for full traceability.
Synchronize CAD properties (material, weight, dimensions, part numbers) to Business Central item cards. Keep engineering and ERP data in sync automatically.
Find where components are used across all assemblies and products. Critical for change impact analysis and component substitution decisions.
Automated approval workflows for engineering drawings. Route designs through review and approval processes before releasing to production.
Enhancements that go beyond standard Business Central to support engineering and make-to-order operations.
Comprehensive ECO workflow with approval routing, impact analysis, and automated updates to BOMs, routings, and documentation. Track change reasons and effectivity dates.
Multi-level BOMs with alternates, phantom items, optional components, and reference designators. Project-specific BOMs and engineering vs. manufacturing views.
Configure-to-order with rule-based BOM generation. Define options, constraints, and dependencies to automatically build custom product BOMs and calculate pricing.
Track engineering hours, milestones, and deliverables. Project-based costing for custom engineering work and make-to-order projects with time and material billing.
Define detailed material specifications, certifications, and compliance requirements. Track material certificates and test reports linked to purchase orders and production.
Manage custom tooling, fixtures, jigs, and gauges. Link tools to operations, track maintenance and calibration, and control tool availability for production scheduling.
Advanced shop floor control, capacity planning, and production tracking for complex manufacturing operations.
Real-time production tracking with barcode/RFID scanning. Operators can clock in/out of operations, report quantities, scrap, and machine downtime directly from the shop floor.
Finite capacity scheduling with resource constraints. Visualize machine and labor utilization, bottlenecks, and schedule conflicts. What-if scenario planning for optimal production flow.
Enhanced production orders with operation splitting, overlapping operations, and move batching. Support for parallel production, subcontracting, and complex routing scenarios.
Connect with machine PLCs and sensors for real-time status monitoring. Track machine utilization, cycle times, and performance metrics automatically without manual data entry.
Calculate Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) with availability, performance, and quality metrics. Identify improvement opportunities and track manufacturing efficiency KPIs.
Track setup times, tooling changes, and changeover procedures. Optimize production sequences to minimize setup time and maximize throughput. SMED (Single-Minute Exchange of Die) support.
Optimized warehouse workflows with directed picking, kitting, and mobile device support for engineering and production environments.
Advanced warehouse management with bin optimization, zone management, and put-away/pick strategies based on item characteristics and order priorities.
Pre-pick and kit components for production orders and assemblies. Track kitted materials to work centers with component traceability for make-to-order manufacturing.
ABC classification-based cycle counting schedules. Perform ongoing inventory accuracy checks without full physical inventory shutdowns, integrated with lot and serial number tracking.
Move incoming materials directly to outbound shipments or production without warehousing. Reduce handling time for just-in-time manufacturing and direct-ship scenarios.
Integration with handheld scanners and mobile devices for receiving, picking, putaway, and inventory counts. Real-time synchronization with Business Central for accurate stock levels.
Complete where-used and lot traceability reports. Track materials from receiving through production to shipment for compliance and recall management.
Comprehensive quality management with inspection plans, test certificates, and full traceability for regulated industries.
Define inspection plans with characteristics, measurement methods, and acceptance criteria. Automatic inspection order generation at receiving, in-process, and final inspection points.
Generate material certificates (3.1, 3.2) and test reports automatically. Store inspection results and test documentation linked to lot and serial numbers for customer deliveries.
Track quality metrics over time with control charts and SPC analysis. Identify trends and out of control conditions before they result in defects. Continuous improvement tracking.
Track measurement equipment and tooling with calibration schedules, due dates, and calibration history. Ensure measurement validity and compliance with ISO 9001 and industry standards.
Document non-conformances with root cause analysis, corrective and preventive actions (CAPA). Track effectiveness of corrective actions and maintain compliance with quality management systems.
Complete traceability from raw materials through production to shipped products. Track which lots were used in which orders with quality results at each step for recall management.
Complete service management solution for engineering companies with equipment installations, maintenance contracts, and field service operations.
Manage maintenance contracts, warranty agreements, and SLA tracking. Automatic service order generation based on contract schedules with preventive maintenance reminders and invoicing.
Schedule and dispatch technicians with mobile access to service orders, installed equipment history, BOMs, and technical documentation. Capture time, materials, and photos on-site.
Track all machines and equipment sold to customers including serial numbers, configuration, installed components, and modification history. Link service orders to specific installations.
Complete service history for every machine including repairs, parts replaced, technician notes, and warranty claims. Generate service reports and performance analytics for installed equipment.
Manage spare parts inventory at service locations and technician vans. Automatic replenishment based on usage patterns. Link spare parts to specific machine models and BOMs.
Allow customers to view their installed equipment, submit service requests, track service order status, and access documentation and manuals through a branded web portal.
Our engineering enhancements are native Business Central extensions that integrate seamlessly with your existing setup.
Built specifically for the workflows of mechanical engineering and make-to-order manufacturing companies.
Custom machine manufacturers with complex BOMs, project-based engineering, and customer-specific designs
Heavy equipment manufacturers requiring serial number tracking, configuration management, and technical documentation
Custom vehicle builders with engineering change control, variant management, and compliance documentation
Manufacturers of custom process equipment with project engineering, multi-level BOMs, and quality control
System integrators building custom automation solutions with configure-to-order workflows and project tracking
Engineering-focused contract manufacturers managing customer designs, ECOs, and project-based production
Automated workflows eliminate manual data entry and ECO mistakes
Streamlined processes speed up design changes and project delivery
Complete history of designs, changes, and components
All engineering and business data in Business Central
Let's discuss how our engineering features can transform your operations and improve efficiency.
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